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Arabic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Knowledge of the Arabic language and its many variations is a high-demand skill in today\u2019s global economy. It can be challenging, but it can also help you stand out from other job applicants since fewer students choose to study Arabic compared to other languages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Arabic program<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Arabic minor<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Chinese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

China is the world\u2019s second largest economy, and one of every five people in the world speaks the Chinese language. As China has become a big player in the world economy, Chinese language skills are in demand like never before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Students who become proficient in Chinese language can expect to hold an advantage in many job markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Chinese program<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Chinese degrees offered<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Comparative Literature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the Comparative Literature minor, students examine literature across languages, geographic location, time periods, and genres. The discipline also explores the relationship between literature and other forms of cultural expression such as pop culture, technology, arts, music, or film, as well as the relationship between literature and other academic disciplines, like anthropology, history, religious studies, or women\u2019s and gender studies. It\u2019s a great minor for anyone who loves to compare, contrast, and explore other cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Comparative Literature program<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the Comparative Literature minor<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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French<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The 51ÁÔÆæ French Program allows students to develop their proficiency in French and explore the cultures, arts, literatures, histories, and politics of France and other Francophone countries around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the French program<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the French degrees offered<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoy the Festival of Films in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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German<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

German is a key language in international business, politics, education, communication, and finance. It is the most widely-spoken language in the European Union, and knowledge of German culture and language provides a wide range of career opportunities. It is a pivotal language not only in philosophy, literature, and sociology, but also in STEM fields. Moreover, studying a second language has been shown to increase a person\u2019s reading and listening comprehension, critical thinking skills, reasoning and logic\u2014all of which are valuable and transferable skills across fields of study and careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the German program<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about the German degrees offered<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Global Studies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Students have a number of options within the Global Studies Program. Within the major there are five tracks to choose from, allowing students to specialize in a particular area of global interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n